12/09/2025
We are GROWING!!! We are inviting Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists who have a love for working in hand therapy to consider this career option.
This position WOULD BE A GREAT MATCH for you if:
🖐You are looking for a career in hand and upper limb therapy that allows you to grow for the long term
🖐You love working in hand therapy and client outcomes light you up
🖐You like problem solving in assessments
🖐Making splints is your jam, and you enjoy being creative in therapy sessions
🖐You enjoy being around clients and welcome them with a big smile
🖐You don’t mind rolling up your sleeves and being part of a great team
🖐You love efficiency and have the initiative to get things done when you see they are needed
🖐You value yourself as a person. You are humble and kind and honesty is important to you.
We are looking for a therapist who has some hand and upper limb therapy experience already - maybe you have completed a university placement in hand therapy, or been working where you have had some exposure to a hand therapy role, or... maybe you have been putting yourself through hand therapy courses waiting for the right job to come up? Already have some good experience in your career so far? We love that too and are happy to nurture and grow your career. We have leadership opportunities for those wanting to step into something more.
We are keen for someone with good skills in splinting and skills to assess and treat a variety of hand injuries and conditions. You will get the opportunity to work closely with local plastic and orthopaedic surgeons and local GPs, and be part of a small business that is growing. We are based in Launceston, Tasmania and we value our staff, their time, and their skills. We promise a workplace that will challenge and stretch you as well as care and support you. We are a determined and driven team but we also know how to have fun.
Ideally we are looking for someone who is available full time, however if you are looking to return to work after having children and school hours suits you better, or you can’t quite commit to full time at the moment because you are studying or care for someone, please still apply as we are happy to be flexible for the right person.
Perks of the job include:
🖐Free and wide-ranging training opportunities with yearly training allowance
🖐Regular internal in-services and mentoring for clinical skill development
🖐Opportunity to be involved in additional activities such as research, teaching and developing additional services for the practice.
🖐Comprehensive support from our friendly administration team
🖐Flexibility with working hours to suit your lifestyle
🖐Benefit from our Team Happiness Program - it's important to us that our people are happy at work
🖐The opportunity to be part of something special - helping people who are recovering from injury and helping our team and business to grow
🖐Join in our Growth Check-ins.... quarterly chats for goal setting and being seen and heard.
About Us
We are a team dedicated to providing therapy services to assist people to recover from injury, manage their condition, reduce pain and symptoms, and return to the activities they love. Our vision is to provide therapy that our clients and referrers can rely on, and we are on a mission to build a team of health professionals who can educate, support and care for our clients.
We are a small friendly team, and a place where you will be valued. We are winners of the Employer of Choice awards in Launceston…. We really are a great place to work. You won’t feel like a number and everyone in our workplace is treated with the same respect.
Salary is negotiable for the right candidate and we pay above award wages.
Why regional is awesome (and why we love it)
Living and working in Launceston gives you something pretty special: the chance to grow your career in a place where connection and community come naturally. You’ll know your clients and colleagues well, and you’ll get to work closely with local surgeons and referrers who value strong relationships.
Outside of the clinic, Tassie makes it easy to recharge. Think weekend walks in stunning national parks, fresh local produce and markets, and a creative, welcoming community. Launceston is a place where you can build a meaningful career and enjoy a lifestyle that’s balanced, beautiful, and full of opportunity.
How to apply for our hand therapy position:
Take a leap! Give it a go. If the above sings to you – take a brave step forward and get your application in to us!
To apply, there are two things you need to do.
1. Send an email to Amy Geach (the boss!) and attach a cover letter telling us why you would love to be part of the Health Nest team in this role, and an updated copy of your resume. Send your application to amy@healthnest.com.au
Applications are open until 3rd October 2025
If you have questions, please also reach out and ask away.
Once we receive your application, we will be in contact with you.
Super easy!
Find out more here: https://www.healthnest.com.au/work-with-us
